Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

I cut down a small cedar tree (which grow like weeds on our 6 acres) each year, put it in a tree stand on the porch and put white twinkle lights on it. We live on the edge of the prairie and prairie grasses grow well here. They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. These make nice gifts too.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2017

As baby grows, we might turn back into fiendish savers – trying to get that retirement fund or college fund built up. As a young mom, I saved like mad – going to garage sales, thrift stores and accepting hand me downs on toys and clothing. The things that give us pleasure vary by temperament. Time of life.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Some get stuff from stores, the less financially favored head for thrift stores, garage sales, Mom’s house or the trash pickup routes. Maybe you put it at the curb, hoping someone will take it and use it – or you sell it at a garage sale or some other used stuff venue. You move on.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

We as parents are usually the first and primary source of their learned behavior, even as they grow into their teenage years. Make it be known that that that there is nothing wrong in purchasing second-hand items from thrift stores, yard sales, or via classified ads or even online via places like eBay or Craigslist.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 13, 2016

If you’re a new or expecting parent without a lot of extra cash, here are a few tips: Babies grow FAST. You don’t need to spend a lot on clothing, so consider shopping at thrift stores, yard sales, and even buy/sell groups online. Lastly, be a smart shopper and pay attention to sales and promotions.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 8, 2013

Kids grow out of them so fast that buying them new really is a waste. You can find lightly used clothes and toys at garage sales or thrift stores to save as much as 90 percent off retail, according to LivingOnADime.com, a site dedicated to frugal living.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. Our home furnishings include many cherished family heirlooms, such as an iron bed my folks bought at a sale, or the hand carved bed frame purchased by my great-grandfather. But there are ways to save – consider used furniture. Ways to save on furniture.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 10, 2013

You’ll find that retailers put uniforms on sale often around back to school time, so make sure you use a coupon with a sale to maximize your savings. Thrift stores and consignment stores are a great resource for polos, dress shirts, khakis or long pants. Shop Second-Hand. The same is true for skirts on girls.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

My growing teen and tween gobble everything up as soon as I walk in the door with grocery bags. I want to find some snack ideas for active and growing athletes. Pick just one budget category to really focus on in March and see how much you can reduce the spending. In my case, I will continue to focus on groceries. 5 – Find Extra Cash.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

We find that this gives our kids (and ourselves) a chance to experience new stuff without necessarily having to buy the stuff at a regular store or thrift store. It’s like having a yard sale or visiting a thrift store but in the form of a barter trade where no extra cash is exchanged.

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Any mom knows that kids get sick of toys and grow out of clothes pretty darn quickly. You aren’t limited to just thrift stores. Check out local rummage sales, which is a great way to find cheap deals right in your own neighborhood. Don’t Be Afraid to Shop Secondhand.

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